Relief Social Care Worker, Bremner Court, Goathill Campus (11410) - CNS05780

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Relief Social Care Worker to support adults with diverse needs. The role involves promoting independence and effective communication while working as part of a team. Applicants must possess or be willing to obtain SVQ Level III in Care within 36 months. The position offers flexible hours with a pay of £16.31 per hour, including Distant Islands Allowance.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs.
• Ability to effectively listen and communicate.
• Willingness to achieve qualifications within 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support adults with support needs.
• Maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes.
• Provide overnight support when necessary.

Skills

Effective listening

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level III in Care or equivalent

Job description

Advert

Relief Social Care Worker, Bremner Court (11410)
£16.31 per hour, inclusive of £1.48 per hour Distant Islands Allowance

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include overnight support needs of a person where necessary.

You should have an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs, the ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and the ability to work as part of a team. You should also have SVQ Level III in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this - you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification - 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

This role requires the wearing and use of PPE.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Hours are on an as and when basis.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further information.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025